Ducray Shampoo: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Ducray Shampoo refers to cosmetic hair care shampoos from Ducray Dermatological Laboratories, including Anaphase+ Anti-hair loss complement shampoo and Kelual DS Intensive Anti-dandruff treatment shampoo. These products contain Ciclopirox Olamine and Piroctone Olamine and are used to help slow hair loss or relieve severe dandruff, itching, and burning of the scalp. Directions, frequency of use, and side effects vary by product. They should be used as directed on the product label or as prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist.

What is Ducray Shampoo

Ducray offers cosmetic hair care shampoos, including Anaphase+ Anti-hair loss complement shampoo and Kelual DS Intensive Anti-dandruff treatment shampoo, made by Ducray Dermatological Laboratories.

Ducray Shampoo uses

• Helps slow down hair loss as part of an anti-hair loss treatment (Anaphase+)
• Relieves severe dandruff, itching, and burning sensations of the scalp (Kelual DS Intensive)

Benefits of Ducray Shampoo

• Helps gently cleanse the scalp and hair.
• Certain Ducray shampoos help control dandruff, itching, and scalp flaking.
• Anti-hair-loss formulas such as Anaphase can help strengthen hair, improve volume, and support hair growth.
• Formulas for oily hair can help reduce excess sebum and greasy buildup.
• Gentle formulas can help maintain the natural balance and hydration of the scalp.
• Depending on the specific product, Ducray shampoo may leave hair feeling softer, lighter, shinier, and easier to manage.

How Ducray Shampoo works

The Anaphase+ shampoo contains Ruscus, which stimulates micro-circulation in the scalp, and Biotin, which helps keep hair in good condition. The Kelual DS shampoo contains a complex called OXYCALM that soothes intense irritation and itching, along with Piroctone Olamine and Ciclopirox Olamine, which clean the scalp and work quickly.

Ducray Shampoo dosage

For Anaphase+: use daily. Apply and work into a lather, rinse, then reapply and leave on for a few minutes before applying your anti-hair loss treatment.

For Kelual DS Intensive: during the attack phase, use three times a week for two weeks, then use once a week to maintain results. Apply to wet scalp, gently massage, and rinse, then reapply and leave the shampoo on for a few minutes.

If Kelual DS Intensive shampoo gets in the eyes, rinse them.

Available forms and strengths

• Tube (Anaphase+ shampoo)
• Bottle (Kelual DS Intensive shampoo)

Side effects of Ducray Shampoo

Common

• Mild scalp irritation or redness
• Itching or burning sensation
• Scalp dryness or sensitivity
• Eye irritation if the shampoo gets into the eyes
• Occasionally, worsening irritation in very sensitive skin

Serious

• Severe or persistent scalp inflammation
• Significant swelling, blistering, or widespread rash
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, or throat
• Difficulty breathing

Warnings and precautions

• If the Kelual DS Intensive shampoo gets into the eyes, rinse them.
• Do not use if you are allergic or sensitive to any ingredient in the shampoo.
• Avoid contact with the eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Ducray uses this as a standard precaution on relevant products.
• Do not continue using it if it causes significant burning, redness, itching, or scalp irritation.
• Anaphase+ shampoo can be used by pregnant women and by young mothers who are breastfeeding. No specific kidney or liver-related precautions are expected with normal topical shampoo use. There is no known interaction with drinking alcohol. 
• This shampoo does not affect the ability to drive or operate machinery.

Storage

• Store at room temperature or as directed on the product label.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from excessive heat.
• Protect from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed after each use.
• Do not freeze and avoid prolonged exposure to very hot areas.
• Keep out of reach of children.

When to see a doctor

• Seek medical advice if you develop persistent scalp redness, severe itching, burning, swelling, rash, blistering, or worsening irritation after use. Stop using the shampoo and get urgent medical help if you develop signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. 
• If eye irritation continues after thorough rinsing, seek medical advice.

Alternatives

• Selenium Sulfide Shampoo
• Ciclopirox Shampoo
• Nizoral Shampoo
• Ketoconazole Shampoo
• Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo